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There's one major trait shared by every breakout pilot in this industry: a powerful and distinct writer's voice. In this class, we'll cut right to the chase by defining precisely what “voice” is, then teaching you tricks and techniques to identify your own unique voice while making sure it shines through in every scene you write.

We'll start by examining classic and popular pilots like Mr. Robot, The Office, The West Wing, 30 Rock, Orange Is the New Black, and others, breaking them down to discover how and why the author's voice is evident from the first sentence onward. Understanding what these pilots have in common is the first step to building your own breakthrough TV series.

This class is about way more than just dialogue—it's also about picking a powerful, contemporary theme; creating a surprising yet satisfying outline; developing three-dimensional, flawed characters; and building an original, eye-grabbing world within your pilot. You'll quickly learn why professional writers know that personal truth is the most important component to creativity in the TV world.

Timothy has taught screenwriting and filmmaking at New York University, Yale, the Writers Guild of America, and more, while consulting on hundreds of productions in NYC, L.A., and beyond. With his encouragement and experience as your guide, you'll be able to construct a TV pilot that only you could write, vastly increasing your odds of getting noticed—while broadening the possibilities of what screenwriting can be.

Once you're done with this class, you'll clearly understand why certain pilots and writers rise to the top—and how to emulate their best qualities in your own work. You'll enhance your craft by creating memorable dialogue, unique plot turns, unforgettable characters, and conflicts that feel both inevitable and surprising. Armed with Timothy's insight and passion, you'll leave this invaluable class armed with the skills to create an industry-ready pilot that's funny, wry, surprising, and poignant—and that displays your one-of-a-kind voice in each and every word.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

At the end of this information-packed class, you'll have learned:

Why a highly developed voice is the common trait that all great scripts share

What producers, agents, managers, and contests are REALLY looking for in work by new writers

What voice is, and a breakdown of various techniques to incorporate it in your script

How to provoke, intrigue, and seduce your audience with your words

When and how often to deliver the chills, laughs, and twists the audience wants—and when to make even bolder choices to keep your audience on its toes

The 4 ways to guarantee that readers keep turning your script's pages

How to ensure that your voice shines through, even in your logline

Why multidimensional, flawed characters with moral shades of gray are vital to keeping modern viewers engaged

How to ensure that your script's tone perfectly matches its genre

Which storylines from successful pilots work best for your particular concept

How to follow classic screenplay structure without becoming predictable

The 3 key differences between professional writers and amateur writers

How to construct distinctive dialogue for each and every character

Easy-to-master formulas to create powerful cliffhangers

How to make bold, unexpected choices that amp up the stakes

Clever strategies to capture the reader's attention from page 1

How to turn potential clichés into unforgettable moments

Two simple tips to make your life story and distinct worldview an essential part of your art

How to stand out while discussing your work at pitch meetings, conferences, and networking events

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Writers eager to dive into the exploding world of network, cable, and streaming series

Sitcom writers aiming to break out with a well-crafted pilot that gets sent around Hollywood

Drama writers hoping to make a splash in the industry with their high-concept pilot

Anyone looking to get staffed and/or to find representation with an agent or manager

People who've written a number of spec scripts, but who want a structured approach to their first pilot

Beginning writers seeking guidance as they outline new pilot ideas

More experienced screenwriters who want to take their craft to the next level

Screenwriters who'd like to place in major TV contests and fellowships (Austin, Sundance, Amazon, etc.)

Journalists, novelists, and writers from other mediums seeking insight into the world of television pitching and pilot writing

Creators who want to punch up or completely rewrite an existing pilot draft

Anyone who has a unique story to tell, and realizes that TV is the best modern-day tool to make your voice heard!

Product Details

Return Policy

Your satisfaction is our top priority. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please return the item(s) for an exchange or refund within 30 days from the purchase date, unless otherwise noted on the product page.

Ship the item(s) to The Writers Store via a traceable and insured method. You will be responsible for return shipping fees.

Please include a completed Return Form with your shipment. Refunds take up to one week to process once we have received the item(s).

Software returns must be deactivated and uninstalled from your computer before a refund may be issued. Please contact the software manufacturer if you need assistance uninstalling or deactivating your software.

The following items are not returnable: Hollywood Creative Directories, DVDs (opened), and Gift Certificates.

Timothy Cooper is a filmmaker, playwright, comedy writer, and teacher based in Brooklyn, New York. As the founder of Blueprint Screenwriting Group, he's worked with hundreds of writers and companies worldwide to help them sell their scripts and tell their stories through TV and film.

He wrote and directed the web sitcom Concierge: The Series, starring comedians from Saturday Night Live, 30 Rock, Bridesmaids, Last Comic Standing, ...